EDF Renewables and Enbridge Inc. have fully activated the Amazon Solar Farm Ohio – Fox Squirrel, a 577 MWac/749 MWdc solar project in Madison County, Ohio. Among the largest solar projects east of the Mississippi River, it features 1.4 million solar panels and supplies electricity to the PJM grid.
Fox Squirrel Solar: Ohio's Largest Renewable Project
EDF Renewables developed Fox Squirrel Solar in partnership with Enbridge. The solar project is set to meet the increasing energy demands of Central Ohio. It features 1.4 million solar panels and 159 inverters, making it the largest onshore renewable energy initiative undertaken by EDF Renewables North America. At the height of construction, around 650 workers were onsite, installing approximately 10,000 panels daily and contributing nearly 1.5 million work hours.
Kate O’Hair, Senior Vice President for Onshore Development at EDF Renewables North America, expressed: “We are delighted to announce the completion of EDF Renewables’ largest energy investment in North America - Fox Squirrel Solar. This project is a shining example of the power of partnerships between landowners, the local community and our project partners all working together towards a sustainable future. Our development partner, Geenex Solar, has made this project a reality. Fox Squirrel has brought hundreds of jobs and millions of dollars to Madison County throughout the development and construction phase. As we transition into the operational phase, we are committed to continuing to be a responsible and reliable neighbor and strengthening our environmental and community stewardship.”
Fox Squirrel Solar Powers Amazon Solar Farm and Ohio's Growth
Amazon will receive the full energy output under power purchase agreements, supporting its Climate Pledge commitment. As more corporations adopt renewable energy goals, projects like Fox Squirrel will help Ohio attract businesses and drive economic growth.
EDF Renewables is dedicated to helping customers achieve their carbon-reduction goals. With over 35 years of expertise and 18 gigawatts of wind, solar and storage projects completed, the company offers comprehensive energy solutions, ranging from grid-scale power generation to electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Tom Carbone, Vice President, Power Business Development, Enbridge, commented: “We are excited to celebrate the completion of the final phase of Fox Squirrel Solar, a key milestone in our expanded strategic partnership with EDF Renewables. This project represents an important milestone in advancing Enbridge’s renewable energy strategy, reinforcing our leadership in the ongoing energy evolution. We’re proud to provide 100% of the power to Amazon to help provide clean, renewable energy for their operations and support their sustainability goals.”
Partnerships' Commitments to Renewable Developments
EDF Renewables North America, a leading independent power producer and service provider, brings 35 years of renewable energy expertise to the market. The company specializes in delivering grid-scale solutions, including onshore and offshore wind, solar photovoltaic, and storage projects, to enhance the performance of energy generation projects.
Through its subsidiary PowerFlex, EDF Renewables also offers a comprehensive range of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers. These solutions include solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems and microgrids. With a portfolio of 18 GW of developed projects and 14.6 GW under service contracts, EDF Renewables North America is a subsidiary of EDF Renewables, the renewable energy arm of the EDF Group.
Enbridge connects millions of people to essential energy through its North American natural gas, oil and renewable power networks. The company highlighted its investments in modern energy infrastructure to ensure secure and affordable energy access, thereby building on over a century of experience in conventional energy and two decades in renewable power. Enbridge also emphasized its efforts to advance new technologies such as hydrogen, renewable natural gas and carbon capture and storage.